The Weekly Coffee News highlights Flair’s new Wizard Steamer, Lone Crow Coffee’s Indigenous membership, Volcafe’s biochar initiative in Colombia, and various expansions and recognitions within the coffee industry.
In the latest edition of the Weekly Coffee News, significant developments in the coffee industry are highlighted. Flair debuted The Wizard Steamer, an innovative milk steamer designed for home use, retailing at $189. In Australia, Lone Crow Coffee made history as the first Indigenous member of the Australian Coffee Growers Association, showcasing its swift initial success in supermarkets.
Volcafe has partnered with Cotierra to promote a biochar initiative in Colombia, converting farm biomass to carbon-removing biochar to enhance soil quality. Mill City Roasters is back at Coffee Fest New York, leading educational sessions from March 23-25. In celebration of International Women’s Month, Klatch Coffee is donating a portion of sales from its Mujeres de Café line to Grounds for Health.
An AP report discussed the potential of the excelsa coffee variety as an alternative to climate-sensitive arabica, while Kavia Simmons accused a developer of abandoning redevelopment plans for her coffee business in Chicago. Mexican coffee chain Caffenio has expanded to the U.S., opening a new location in Mesa, Arizona. Starbucks Japan appointed Hisae Morii as CEO, effective April 1, 2025, succeeding Takafumi Minaguchi. Finally, Blue Bottle Coffee opened its first shop in Las Vegas, marking part of its global growth strategy.
This edition of Weekly Coffee News presents a variety of interesting developments in the coffee industry, showcasing innovation, partnerships, and expansions. From Flair’s The Wizard Steamer to new leadership at Starbucks Japan, the coffee sector continues to evolve dynamically. The movement towards sustainability with biochar and support for women in coffee reflects broader industry trends. Additionally, strategic expansions and new shop openings indicate a promising future for coffee businesses globally.
Original Source: dailycoffeenews.com
